Little ones will catch the reading bug with our new story time sessions in our Children’s Gallery, led by Emma from GV Library. Inspired by our new exhibition Once Upon a Time, each story time will begin with a reading, followed by a hands-on crafting activity that brings the stories to life. Best suited to […]
With the SAM Kids Art Trail, kids and families can embark on an adventure around the museum through a free, self-guided booklet containing puzzles, activities, and fun prompts that bring the gallery to life. Pick up your free Art Trail booklet at the front desk and get ready to discover art like never before! No bookings […]
Journey through the natural world with artist Anthea Kemp! In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn how to use gouache paints to create masterpieces inspired by the great outdoors. With Anthea as their guide, young artists will discover how to observe the world around them and turn what they see into bold, colourful paintings – […]
In this creative workshop inspired by artist Vipoo Srivilasa’s funky Flower Bears, kids will transform a Styrofoam bear into a one-of-a-kind character using a mix of materials. Through playful exploration of texture, pattern, and personal flair, each bear will become a unique character blooming with personality and imagination. This workshop is suitable for kids aged […]
Join us at SAM for an evening in-conversation event between artist Belinda Fox and SAM Artistic Director Danny Lacy. Over an hour, the pair will explore Fox’s creative practice, which spans a range of disciplines and mediums, and the ideas and inspirations behind her recent showcase, More Than This. Event details: Date + time: Thursday 17 […]
Take a leaf out of artist Belinda Fox’s book to make your own botanical paper sculpture! Belinda will guide kids as they begin with still-life watercolour drawing from a bouquet of local blooms; then, it’s time to go 3D! Drawings will be brought to life by introducing fantastical 3D elements that invite the wildest of […]
Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our brand-new exhibition, Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, young artists can access a variety of materials to draw, paint, scribble and swirl their ideas to create one giant collective artwork. Kids can experiment freely, […]
SAM Presents: Whiteley (2017) Saturday Screenings Dive deeper into the creative and personal life of Brett Whiteley with compelling feature-length documentary Whiteley (2017), screened in conjunction with exhibition Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio. Join us on selected Saturdays in SAM’s Level 4 viewing space for a free, relaxed screening that sheds light on Whiteley’s artistic […]
SAM Makes: DIY Sketchbook with Kat Parker Discover the meditative and rewarding craft of bookbinding in this hands-on workshop led by local artist Kat Parker. Perfect for beginners and creatives alike, this session will guide you through the process of constructing your own unique hand-bound book using the timeless Coptic stitch technique – a binding […]
Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our brand-new exhibition, Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, young artists can access a variety of materials to draw, paint, scribble and swirl their ideas to create one giant collective artwork. Kids can experiment freely, […]
